Facial Fat Transfer in Dr. Kemil Issa
About the clinic
Facial fat transfer at Dr. Kemil Issa’s plastic surgery clinic in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, uses the patient’s own fat. Plastic surgeon Dr. Kemil Issa focuses on cosmetic surgery and facial rejuvenation.
How facial fat transfer works
The surgeon removes fat from a donor area using liposuction. The fat is then placed in the face using a technique called liposculpture. Removing fat from the donor area can also improve body contour.
The clinic describes the transferred fat as permanent and says it is not rejected because it comes from the patient. Individual results may vary.
Anesthesia and surgery planning
Limited fat grafting may use local anesthesia with sedation. Extensive cases may use general anesthesia. The clinic provides guidance on same-day discharge versus an overnight stay.
An adult companion must stay with the patient for the first 24 hours after anesthesia.
Before and after surgery
The clinic’s preoperative instructions include several steps:
- Stop smoking two weeks before and after surgery.
- Avoid aspirin and dietary supplements for two weeks before and after surgery.
- Stop estrogen medicines three weeks before surgery and for two weeks afterward.
- Avoid alcohol for five days before surgery.
- Bathe with antibacterial soap the night before, then fast as instructed.
Fasting must last at least eight hours before intravenous sedation or general anesthesia. The clinic also advises rest and following the surgeon’s recovery instructions.
Avoid sun exposure and tanning for several weeks. Smoking and alcohol should also be avoided during recovery. Mild to moderate pain, slight bleeding, and swelling may occur during the first 48 hours.
Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss whether facial fat transfer may suit their needs.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Arm lift (brachioplasty) | Price on request | |
| Butt implants | Price on request | |
| Thigh lift | Price on request | |
| Breast lift | Price on request | |
| Breast augmentation | Price on request | |
| Tummy tuck | Price on request | |
| Abdominal Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction of the Thigh | Price on request | |
| Liposuction (5 body areas) | Price on request | |
| Neck lift | Price on request | |
| Male Rhinoplasty | Price on request | |
| Facelift | Price on request | |
| Rhinoplasty (nose job) | Price on request | |
| Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Mammoplasty | Price on request | |
| Tumescent liposuction | Price on request | |
| Forehead lift | Price on request | |
| Buttock reduction | Price on request | |
| Buttock lift | Price on request | |
| Breast reduction | Price on request | |
| Reconstructive surgery | Price on request | |
| Liposculpture | Price on request | |
| Facial Fat Transfer | Price on request | |
| Tummy Tuck and Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Lower body lift | Price on request |
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Dr. Kemil Issa: more details about the clinic
Dr. Kemil Issa is a private plastic surgery clinic in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The facility operates across six departments within a single building. It focuses on surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures for the face and body.
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
The clinic offers several surgical options for aging signs and body contour concerns. Dr. Kemil Issa, the primary specialist, focuses on cosmetic surgery and facial rejuvenation. Procedures are grouped by body area to help patients match treatments with their goals.
Face surgery options include:
- Facelift and Eyebrow Lifting
- Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery)
- Rhinoplasty (nose reshaping)
- Mentoplasty (chin surgery) and Otoplasty (ear surgery)
- Cervicoplasty (neck lift) and Facial Implants
Body contouring and breast surgeries include:
- Liposuction and Liposculpture
- Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty)
- Thigh Lift and Brachioplasty (arm lift)
- Breast Augmentation and Breast Reduction
- Mastopexy (breast lift)
For buttocks enhancement, patients can choose gluteal lipoinjection or buttock implants.
Specialized Surgical Techniques
Brachioplasty uses three distinct incision techniques. The choice depends on how much excess skin and fat is present. Type 1 cases with minimal flaccidity use small incisions and liposculpture. More advanced cases require removing loose skin to restore arm contours.
Abdominoplasty is performed under general anesthesia to correct muscle laxity and remove excess fat. Liposuction for localized deposits typically needs local anesthesia and sedation. More extensive fat removal is done under general anesthesia for patient comfort.
Thigh lift surgery uses superior and medial skin tracing. This technique lifts tissues to create smoother contours on the inner and outer thighs.
Non-Surgical Rejuvenation
The clinic offers non-surgical face rejuvenation for patients who prefer less invasive options. These treatments can be performed alongside or instead of surgery. Results focus on correcting visible aging signs without long recovery periods.
Available non-surgical treatments include:
- Botulinum Toxin (Botox)
- Dermal Fillers using Hyaluronic Acid
- Plasma Facelift using platelets
These methods target fine lines and volume loss in the face.
Services for International Patients
International patients receive guidance on choosing between ambulatory and inpatient surgery. Ambulatory surgery allows same-day discharge and can occur outside a hospital setting. Inpatient procedures require a hospital stay and registration on the day of surgery.
The clinic provides specific preoperative safety instructions:
- Avoid alcohol for five days before the procedure
- Notify the clinic if a cold or illness develops
- Bathe with antibacterial soap the night before surgery
- Fast from all food and drink after midnight
These steps help ensure patient safety and procedure accuracy.
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Patient reviews
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As a licensed healthcare professional, I recommend you 1000%. Super professional and with a wonderful team: Kayla, my massage therapist; Lady, the receptionist; the doctors—the pulmonologist—and all the clinic staff. The care, the love, and the attention have been incredible; they truly make me feel like family. ❤️
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Dania M. Carmona de León (Dani)
Something good to know about the Doctor is that he gives you a lot of security when you talk to him, which makes you feel comfortable. He dedicates time to listen to his relatives. He is very responsible and respectful. In short, I feel comfortable with the work he has done. I give him a 10 out of 10. I hope that many who feel the need to raise their self-esteem will come closer to this wonderful person so he can help them manage a better quality of life and emotional stability in their lives.
Thank you, Doctor, for helping me regain more confidence and security in myself. May God continue to bless your hands and strengthen your wisdom and intelligence so you can keep doing your work for many women who need it.
Veronica Abreu
Yairis Feliz
In short, everything before, during, and after my plastic surgery was excellent, and the results went beyond what I expected.
Dayanara Nuñez
Dr. Kemil Issa, you are the best of the best! Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. You rebuilt my confidence again. Now I like what I see in the mirror. The best customer service team!
My Liposculpture 2024,
Doctor Kemil Issa, you are the best of the best! Thank you very much to you and to your entire team. THANK YOU for helping me regain my self-esteem; I can look at myself in the mirror and smile. The best customer service team.
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
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